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Stage 5
Sunday, August 23
Salt Lake Downtown Criterium
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The final day of racing in Utah concluded with a 90 minute crit in downtown Salt Lake City. The pace was screaming from the start as Rock Racing rode a tough tempo at the front in protection of their GC leader, Francisco Mancebo. BMC looked to spotlight the day for Utah's BMC rider, Jeff Louder, as they sent off an early break containing Brent Bookwalter (BMC). Bookwalter was joined by California Giant's Justin England and the duo built a 10 second gap.
Meanwhile, two chasers, Dave Zabriskie (Garmin) and David Veilleux (KBS), brigded up to the pair and the new leaders were able to build up a 20 second gap. Rock Racing kept close tabs on the 4 and eventually they were brought back.
As soon as the catch occured, there were instant counter attacks. BISSELL riders, Jeremy Vennell and Frank Pipp, were involved in several of the moves and narrow gaps were formed; however, all were together going into the final lap. Bernie Sulzberger (Fly V) shot out of the final corner taking the win ahead of US criterium champion, John Murphy (OUCH).
BISSELL wrapped up a successful Tour of Utah with a stage win, 2 days on the podium, 4 top 5 stage finishes, and a 6th place overall.
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